KOREAN TEMPLES>

Korea was originally predominately Buddhist and many beautiful historic working temples remain. The temples are stunning all year round. The bright colours are accentuated by the snow in winter, the sunshine in summer, the cherry blossom in spring and the turning leaves in fall.

Although the majority of Koreans are now Christians many families practice Buddhism especially in the south of the country. The temples are very popular with tourists on public holidays. To see them in their full splendour try to visit on your school holidays or a weekend.

A popular trip for our 4DS teachers is to spend a night at a monastery with the monks. You can see how the the monks live and also join in their routine, which includes a four O'clock rise.